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Fall Foliage Van Tour
Sunday, October 19, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Celebrate the fleeting beauty of fall and deepen your connection to the forest landscapes that make Mississippi River State Park a must-visit every fall. Space limited—preregister at the visitor…
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Animal Beads Making
Sunday, October 19, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Create fun animal bead crafts with a park interpreter. Learn about local wildlife while making your own keepsake. All supplies provided. All ages welcome.
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Creative Fishing Lures (Bear Creek)
Monday, October 20, 2025
/ 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Lots of fishermen enjoy crappie and bass fishing on Bear Creek Lake. Today we are going to discuss several of the fish bass and crappie like to eat, then you can choose the shape of the one you want…
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Bear Creek Lake Nature Detectives
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join a park interpreter to observe, study, and explore the natural environments of Bear Creek Lake. We will be nature detectives, using our senses to investigate the plants, animals, and habitats…
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Naturally Delta Tie-Dye
Sunday, October 26, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Create your own
colorful tie-dye t-shirt with a park interpreter. All supplies provided. Great
for all ages. Please call (870) 295-4040 to sign up by Saturday at 9 a.m.
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From Spark to Flame: Fire-Building Basics at Bear Creek
Monday, October 27, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Join a park interpreter to learn the essentials of campfire building, including the importance of tinder, kindling, and proper structure. Whether you're new to fire-starting or looking to refine your…
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